get (one's) priorities right

get (one's) priorities right

To focus one's attention, energy, or concern on that which is most and truly important, after not having done so previously. After a month of drinking and partying and totally neglecting my studies, I realized that I needed to get my priorities right if I wanted to graduate from college. John took a little time off from work to get his priorities right.
See also: get, priority, right
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

get your priˈorities right/straight

do or get things in the right order of importance: If you think enjoying yourself is more important, then you need to get your priorities straight. The country has got its priorities right — it has invested in industry to achieve economic success.
See also: get, priority, right, straight
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See also:
  • at (one's) expense
  • at expense
  • at somebody's expense
  • at someone's expense
  • be in (one's) good graces
  • be in somebody's good graces
  • be in someone's good graces
  • at doorstep
  • at (one's) doorstep
  • (one's) day in court